Motorcyclist dies in four bike and one car collision
Two other motorcyclists sustained serious injuries during the collision and one had to be airlifted to hospital.
One biker was killed and two others were seriously injured after they were in a collision involving four motorcycles and a car on the R24/ Rustenburg Road in Magaliesburg.
On Saturday, 28 July at about 3.40pm, Netcare 911 paramedics responded to reports of a serious collision on the section of this road heading through Magaliesburg.
A report issued to the News states that they declared one biker dead and treated the two seriously injured patients.
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One patient’s injuries were such that he needed to be transported to hospital very quickly, so he was loaded into the Netcare 2 helicopter. The other motorcyclists who sustained serious injuries were rushed to hospital by ambulance.
All necessary authorities were on scene to investigate and the cause of the accident will be subject to a police investigation.
The road safety agency, Arrive Alive, gave some helpful tips on how to stay safe while riding a motorcycle:
Of all motor vehicles, motorcycles are the most vulnerable on the road. As they do not have seat belts, you can be thrown off your seat in a crash, which can result in serious injury or even death. Imagine your chances of survival if a truck hits you, or if you run into it. Hitting a truck is like hitting a steel wall. However, your chances of survival will be increased if you wear a helmet and follow the safety tips below when riding your motorcycle.
Watch the No-Zones
Never drive in a truck’s blind spot or “No-Zone”. Trucks have large No-Zones on both sides, at the front and behind the truck. Truck drivers cannot see you when you ride in these blind spots, which means there’s a greater chance of a crash. The front blind spot is particularly dangerous if you need to stop quickly. Because of their light weight and efficient braking systems, motorcycles can stop much faster than trucks, so motorcyclists need to take special precautions to avoid crashes.
Always wear a helmet
Make sure to always wear a helmet. Beware of helmets that do not meet the correct safety standards. Helmets are the most important piece of equipment you can wear when riding your motorcycle. A helmet could be your only source of protection in a serious crash.
Drive to survive
Motorcycles are the smallest vehicles on the road. Unfortunately, they provide virtually no protection for their riders in a crash. Other drivers may not see you on your motorcycle, so you must be aware of everything on the road. Be extra cautious, paying attention to the signals and brake lights of other vehicles, especially trucks. However, you still need to be prepared in the event their signals or lights don’t work. Ride with caution and drive defensively. Even though your motorcycle may be small, you must adhere to the laws of the road. Never ride in between lanes in traffic or share a lane with another vehicle. Don’t instigate aggressive driving with other motorists; you will only increase your chance of a crash.
Check yourself and your bike
Conduct a safety inspection of your motorcycle before each ride, and wear protective clothing including gloves, boots and a jacket. Proper maintenance and protective clothing will cut down your chances of crashing and reduce the severity of your injuries if you are unfortunate enough to be involved in a crash, especially with a large truck or bus.
Watch your speed
Of all vehicles, motorcycles accelerate the fastest, while trucks and buses are the slowest. Please watch your speed around trucks, especially in bad weather or at night. Colliding with the back of a truck will end your riding days.
Visit https://www.arrivealive.co.za/101-Steps-to-Motorcycle-Safety-Traffic-Strategies for more tips on motorcycle safety.
* Disclaimer: Although the News has posted motorcycle safety tips, we’re not in any way suggesting that the motorcyclists involved in the accident did not follow the rules, or that their actions caused the collision. The tips are merely relevant to the topic of motorcycles in general.
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